Key Dates in Ecuador’s Independence
On what date did Ecuador officially declare its independence from Spain?
August 10, 1809
Who is considered the main leader of the First Cry of Independence in Ecuador in 1809?
Juan Pío Montúfar
What was the name of the declaration that marked the beginning of Ecuador’s independence movement in 1809?
The First Cry of Independence (El Primer Grito de Independencia)
Which year did Ecuador officially achieve independence after a series of battles and uprisings?
1822
Which famous Venezuelan revolutionary played a key role in Ecuador's independence?
Simón Bolívar
After Ecuador gained independence, which country did Ecuador join before becoming a republic?
Gran Colombia
In which battle did Ecuador gain significant independence from Spain, cementing its independence?
The Battle of Pichincha
Who was the general that led the victorious Battle of Pichincha for Ecuador’s independence?
Antonio José de Sucre
What is the significance of the Battle of Pichincha on May 24, 1822?
It was the decisive battle that secured Ecuador’s independence from Spain.